"Thomas Hippolyte, Paris 1845-1855, Silver-gilt Fruit Knives."
Set of 12 fruit knives, vermeil ferrules and blades, mother-of-pearl handle. Minerva hallmark second grade, master goldsmith's hallmark HT, topped with a rose and a star for Thomas Hippolyte practicing around 1845-1855. Length, 19.6 cm. Gross weight: 475 g. Very good condition.